John Reddish (soldier)

Brigadier John Reddish, DSO, ED (19 May 1902 – 2 August 1971) was an Australian soldier who served on active service with the 6th Division during the Second World War.

John Reddish
Brigadier John Reddish in Queensland, March 1944
Nickname(s)Jack
Born(1902-05-19)19 May 1902
Croydon, New South Wales
Died2 August 1971(1971-08-02) (aged 69)
North Balwyn, Victoria
AllegianceAustralia
Service/branchAustralian Army
Years of service1926–1951
RankBrigadier
Commands heldRoyal Artillery, 6th Division (1943–45)
2/6th Field Regiment (1942–43)
2/4th Field Regiment (1942)
Battles/warsSecond World War
AwardsDistinguished Service Order
Efficiency Decoration
Mentioned in Despatches (2)
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